Trading activities on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) closed negative on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, as key market indicators dipped amid sustained sell pressure in blue-chip stocks.
According to data from the NGX Daily Market Snapshot, the All-Share Index (ASI) declined by 1.35%, closing at 150,573.87 points, while the equity market capitalisation shed about ₦1.3 trillion, settling at ₦95.66 trillion.
Similarly, the fixed income market capitalisation slipped marginally by 0.02% to ₦52.59 trillion, while the Exchange Traded Products (ETPs) segment also lost 2.73%, closing at ₦32.57 billion.
Market analysts attributed the downturn to profit-taking and investor caution following recent monetary policy tightening and global market volatility.
Despite the overall bearish tone, several stocks posted impressive gains. NCR Nigeria Plc topped the gainers’ chart with a 10% rise to close at ₦17.60 per share. LivingTrust Mortgage Bank followed with a 9.16% increase to ₦5.84, while Cornerstone Insurance Plc appreciated by 8.80% to ₦6.18.
Other notable gainers included UACN Property Development Company (UPDC), up 8.30% to ₦6.00, and Linkage Assurance Plc, which advanced 8.11% to close at ₦2.00.
Market watchers say the week’s performance reflects short-term corrections after a rally in previous sessions. They expect selective buying in undervalued sectors to drive a possible rebound if macroeconomic indicators stabilize.
Investors have been urged to monitor developments in the bond market and foreign exchange trends, both of which continue to influence portfolio rebalancing across asset classes.
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